Financial Controller

London (Liverpool Street) | Hybrid (2 days office / 3 days remote)60,000 – 70,000 + BenefitsOur client, a reputable professional services business offering pension scheme oversight, is seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to join its leadership team.

This role offers a broad remit and significantly greater exposure than a typical Financial Controller position, making it an excellent opportunity for an ambitious qualified accountant looking to step into a highly visible leadership role.

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will play a key role in financial leadership, FP&A, and strategic decision-making. This opportunity would suit a qualified accountant looking to broaden their experience beyond technical finance responsibilities, gain exposure to board-level activity, and develop into a senior finance leader.

The OpportunityYou will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, oversee a team of two, and you will ensure robust financial control across our client's multiple business units and two legal entities. Responsibilities will include: Leading the month-end and year-end close processesProducing statutory accounts and managing the annual auditManaging cash flow forecasting and liquidity planningDelivering high-quality management information and board reporting, presenting insights that support strategic decision-makingMaintaining strong financial controls and audit readinessOverseeing corporation tax, VAT and wider compliance mattersBuilding and developing forecasting, budgeting and scenario modelsSupporting strategic decision-making through commercial and financial analysisManaging and developing two Finance AssistantsDriving process improvement, automation and finance systems enhancement, helping to shape the future finance functionWorking with senior stakeholders across the business on operational and commercial initiativesSupporting shareholder and executive-level reporting requirementsAbout YouWe are interested in speaking with qualified accountants who combine strong technical foundations with commercial curiosity and a proactive mindset, ideally possessing the following: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification is essentialTypically 3-6 years' post-qualified experience, although applications from candidates with broader or earlier leadership exposure are welcomedPrevious experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Senior Finance Manager, Financial Reporting Manager, Group Accountant, FP&A Manager or equivalentStrong financial reporting, control and audit experienceExcellent Excel and financial modelling capabilitiesExperience producing management accounts and board reportingStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsA process improvement and automation mindsetThe ability to operate effectively within a lean, fast-moving environmentEvidence of taking ownership, driving improvement initiatives, or contributing beyond core finance responsibilities would be highly valued.

Experience of finance systems implementation, FP&A, cash flow modelling or pensions/investments environments would be advantageous. Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and established organisation where finance plays a central role in business decision-making.

This role offers an exceptional platform for a qualified accountant looking to accelerate their career and broaden their exposure beyond traditional finance responsibilities. You'll gain: Direct exposure to senior leadership and board-level discussionsBroad ownership across finance, planning and operational improvementSignificant autonomy and influenceHybrid working with a central London office locationLondon, Greater London, South East, England 60000 - 70000 per annum USD / Year Full Time

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